| Course Objectives: |
Knowledge about basic principles of measurement, developing skills in team studies, learning principles of operation, calibration techniques and application guidelines for basic measurement equipment, learning measurement system design and their application, learning to use various measurement techniques. |
| Course Content: |
Introduction to Measurement Techniques and Definitions, Metrology and Calibration, Introduce to Turkish Standards Related with Measurement Techniques; Other Foreign Standards, Norms and Rules. Analyzing Experimental Results, Measuring of Dimension, Angle and Area/ Measuring of Pressure, Measuring of Temperature, Measuring of Flow Rate, Measuring of Level, Measuring of Thermo physical Characteristics, Measuring of Force, Moment and Power of Shaft, Sensors and Basic Physical Characteristics of Sensors, Electrical Measurements in Mechanical Engineering. |
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Related Preparation |
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General Metrology, Integration into the International Measurement System, Accreditation and Traceability of Measurements |
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Accuracy, error, repeatability, precision, etc. in measurement. general terms and definitions |
Related chapter in the reference book |
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Pressure measuring devices, working principles, pressure calibration methods. |
Related chapter in the reference book |
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Evaluation of calibration data, uncertainty calculations (on sample calibration data) |
Related chapter in the reference book |
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Analysis of experimental data, display of results on histogram curve. |
Related chapter in the reference book |
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Error analysis, rational approach, uncertainty analysis. |
Related chapter in the reference book |
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Dimensional measuring devices, calipers and micrometers. |
Related chapter in the reference book |
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Midterm exam |
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| 9) |
Flow measurement devices, flowmeters. |
Related chapter in the reference book |
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Force and mass measuring devices |
Related chapter in the reference book |
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Electrical Measurements |
Related chapter in the reference book |
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Electrical Measurements |
Related chapter in the reference book |
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Strain gauges and calculation of strain values |
Related chapter in the reference book |
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Strain gauges and calculation of strain values |
Related chapter in the reference book |
| Course Notes / Textbooks: |
Experimental Methods for Engineers, J. P. Holman, Fifth Ed., McGraw-Hill, 1989.
E. O. Doebelin, “Measurement Systems: Application and Design”, Fourth Ed., McGraw-Hill, 1990
T. G. Beckwith, R. D. Marangoni, and J. H. Lienhard, “Mechanical Measurements” 5th ed. (Addison-Wesley, 1993).
R. S. Figliola, D. E. Beasley, “Theory and Design for Mechanical Measurements” 2nd Ed., John Wiley & Sons, 1995. |
| References: |
Experimental Methods for Engineers, J. P. Holman, Fifth Ed., McGraw-Hill, 1989.
E. O. Doebelin, “Measurement Systems: Application and Design”, Fourth Ed., McGraw-Hill, 1990
T. G. Beckwith, R. D. Marangoni, and J. H. Lienhard, “Mechanical Measurements” 5th ed. (Addison-Wesley, 1993).
R. S. Figliola, D. E. Beasley, “Theory and Design for Mechanical Measurements” 2nd Ed., John Wiley & Sons, 1995. |
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Program Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
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Ability to utilize advanced theoretical and applied knowledge in the field. |
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Using the advanced knowledge and skills acquired in the field, being able to interpret and evaluate data, identify problems, analyze them, and develop solution proposals based on research and evidence. |
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Being able to organize and implement projects and activities for the social environment in which one lives with a sense of social responsibility. |
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Being able to follow information in one foreign language at least at the European Language Portfolio B1 General Level and communicate with colleagues in the field. |
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Ability to use information and communication technologies together with at least European Computer Driving License Advanced Level computer software, as required by the field. |
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Being able to evaluate advanced knowledge and skills in the field critically. |
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Identifying learning needs and being able to direct learning. |
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Developing a positive attitude towards lifelong learning. |
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Acting in accordance with social, scientific, cultural, and ethical values in the stages of collecting, interpreting, applying, and announcing the results related to the field. |
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Having sufficient awareness about the universality of social rights, social justice, quality culture, preservation of cultural values, as well as environmental protection, occupational health, and safety. |
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Being able to conduct an advanced study independently in the field. |
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To take responsibility individually and as a team member to solve complex problems encountered in the field of application, which are unforeseen. |
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Being able to plan and manage activities for the development of those under their responsibility within the framework of a project. |
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Possess advanced level theoretical and practical knowledge supported by textbooks with updated information, practice equipments and other resources. |
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Being able to inform relevant individuals and institutions about the field; expressing their thoughts and solution proposals for problems both in written and verbal form. |
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Being able to share your thoughts and solutions regarding subjects related to the field with both experts and non-experts, supported by quantitative and qualitative data. |
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